Managing Director | Goodspeed Musicals

OPPORTUNITY Goodspeed Musicals (Goodspeed) seeks an accomplished, inspiring, and inclusive arts leader to help guide this storied organization into a vibrant next chapter. For over 60 years, Goodspeed has been celebrated as a premier international home for musical theatre, producing a wide range of reimagined classics and countless new works that invigorate and expand the art form. Exceptional leaders with a strong track record managing complex arts organizations will thrive at Goodspeed; experience guiding strategic organizational change and hands-on successes in fundraising, financial management, and staff stewardship will be particularly relevant. This position reports directly to the Board of Directors and serves as the company’s co-leader, working in close collaboration with the Artistic Director. POSITION AND RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting to the Board of Directors, Goodspeed’s Managing Director will serve as an equal co-leader with the Artistic Director. The Managing Director will understand how to move decisions forward while actively seeking and considering the input of others, with an emphasis on deep collaboration with the Artistic Director, senior staff, and the Board of Directors. The primary roles and responsibilities of the Managing Director are these: Financial Oversight and Planning As the chief financial steward of Goodspeed’s business affairs, the Managing Director will: Ensure that financial reporting is timely, useful, and functional for Goodspeed’s stakeholders, including its Board, staff, and key supporters. Lead the timely development of realistic operational and capital budgeting plans to ensure the theatre’s operations are sustainable, lessening annual reliance on the Endowment. Serve as the key point of contact for budget management for all staff while working closely with Goodspeed’s Finance Committee. Resource Development and Philanthropy Resource development will be a major part of the new Managing Director’s portfolio. Employing a data-based approach, the Managing Director will: Serve as a major gifts leader for Goodspeed, developing and nurturing deeply impactful philanthropic relationships with individuals, foundations, and corporations. Help lead the strategy and execution of capital campaigns. Seek out new opportunities to utilize Goodspeed’s many assets including, but not limited to, its real estate holdings and production capabilities. Provide leadership to the essential effort to expand and diversify Goodspeed’s audience. Work across the organization to set realistic but challenging revenue goals. Management and Administration As Goodspeed’s top administrative executive, the Managing Director will: Provide decisive leadership for all administrative functions, policies, and procedures. Provide perspective on new management practices and infrastructure changes in order to create an efficient and respectful culture. Create an open, transparent, and supportive relationship with the Board of Directors. Enthusiastically engage in the civic and cultural life of East Haddam, the region, and the state as a key Goodspeed ambassador. Represent Goodspeed to the national theatre community, developing networks with other LORT theaters and producers. Review and evaluate staff and staff structure on a regular basis, encourage professional development, and set an “open door” tone by being an accessible and present leader. Provide clear, timely, and ongoing communication with the Goodspeed staff and Board of Directors. Ensure that Goodspeed’s workplace is equitable, inclusive, and accessible and is attractive for long-term commitments by talented administrative staff. Ensure that Goodspeed maintains strong relations with affiliated organizations, including industry unions and agencies, leading negotiations in applicable contracts and ensuring compliance. Bring a strategic and entrepreneurial approach to new opportunities. Lead all staff members in working collaboratively and in support of each other to achieve the best for Goodspeed and the communities it serves. Work closely with the Board, Artistic Director, and senior staff to advance Goodspeed’s IDEA values throughout all operational areas. COMPENSATION AND START DATE The annual salary range for the Managing Director starts at $240,000 and includes a full benefit package including a 403(b) plan, medical/dental/vision coverage, and health care reimbursement and dependent care reimbursement accounts. The hiring decision will be made by a search committee of Goodspeed’s board and staff. They hope to make a final decision by the end of the first quarter of 2025, with the new Managing Director onsite as soon as possible thereafter. Goodspeed has engaged Management Consultants for the Arts to facilitate this search; interested and qualified candidates should submit a current resumé, cover letter (no more than 1 ½ pages), four professional references, and salary expectation electronically by clicking the APPLY NOW button below. J-18808-Ljbffr